Traffic Collision Disrupts Evening Commute on I-280

Traffic Collision on Interstate 280 South in San Francisco Causes Delays Today

📍 San Francisco, CA

📅 Published: August 29, 2025 at 08:33 PM

🔄 Updated: August 29, 2025 at 09:05 PM

Map showing the location of the accident in San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, August 29, 2025 -

A traffic collision involving two vehicles occurred today on Interstate 280 South near the San Jose Avenue on-ramp in San Francisco, CA. The incident took place around 7:54 PM and involved a white Tesla and a blue Toyota RAV4. Both vehicles sustained significant damage, making them non-drivable at the scene.

The collision resulted in lane blockages, causing traffic delays and congestion for evening commuters. Emergency service units were dispatched to the scene to manage traffic and ensure safety. A tow truck was arranged to remove the damaged vehicles, which were obstructing lanes one, three, and four.

Witnesses indicated that the blue Toyota RAV4 side-swiped the Tesla, leading to the collision. As a result, traffic flow was disrupted, creating backups on the highway during the busy evening rush hour. Authorities worked efficiently to clear the area and restore normal traffic conditions.

By approximately 8:50 PM, all vehicles had been removed from the roadway, and traffic was beginning to return to normal. Drivers in the area were advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays caused by this traffic incident.

This traffic collision highlights the importance of cautious driving, especially during peak traffic hours.

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